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EPW Engage is looking for a Graphic Designer

The Economic and Political Weekly is accepting applications for a visualiser/designer for its digital initiative Engage.

The person will primarily work with editors to break down components of EPW articles, and visualise humanities and social science concepts into engaging narratives. He/She will also implement design changes on the website and design infographics for social media. We are looking for someone who:

● is familiar with current practices in visualising data and interactive media, and is open to experimenting with visualising data which is narrative and not entirely quantitative.

● has experience conceptualising templates and layouts for infographics

● has a deep understanding of digital design and user experience

The candidate should be proficient with Adobe Software suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and similar design tools). Familiarity with HTML, CSS and ability to work with a front-end developer will be a plus.

Interested candidates should send their applications to appointments@epw.in with a curriculum vitae and a letter describing their interest in and plans for the EPW Digital Initiative and a portfolio of relevant work. The deadline is 20 September 2018.

Please be sure to write "EPW Digitial Initiative: [position you are applying for]" in the subject line of your email. The interview for the shortlisted candidates will be conducted either through telephone/Skype and/or in person in Mumbai. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The selected candidate would be required to work out of our Mumbai office at the earliest. Work experience may influence remuneration.

We give preference to candidates from marginalised backgrounds who meet our requirements.